It all started in the Fall of 2009. Renel was a sophomore, and Verola was just starting as a Freshman at UMass-Dartmouth. The first time they met was at HASA, the Haitian-American Student Association Club; it was there Renel knew he had to get to know Verola. Due to family obligations, Renel had to leave UMD full-time. However, he stayed connected to campus life by DJing UMD events. This is where Verola, also known as Vee, starts to notice Renel. She always wanted to be at any party he was DJing because it was guaranteed to be a great time!

Between 2013 and 2021, Verola and Renel pursued different career options while dealing with life's obstacles. Verola went on to finish her undergrad degree and then pursued her Master's in Education. After working for a few years as a student teacher in Boston, in 2017 Verola made the bold decision to move to Washington DC to teach. During her time in DC, she enjoyed meeting new people, traveling, and spending time with family. Renel had also just graduated from Mass Bay in 2013 and started his career coaching Football at his old high school, Brighton High. Upon getting a coaching job, he landed a job as Family Liaison in Boston Public Schools. Throughout the years he spent working with the youth in Boston. Also, he traveled to many beautiful places, such as Colombia, Trinidad, Haiti, Canada, and many states and major cities across the United States. Despite the distance, they remained connected through social media.

Our love story really started in 2022. One day, Vee’s cousin Jay mentions to her that he works with a friend who could be a good match for her. Little did she know that friend just happened to be an old college acquaintance, Renel. They reconnected again online and later he invited her to his Christmas Party. It was there the two exchanged numbers. With Vee off to DC soon, he quickly secured two dates with her. Renel and Vee were able to talk and connect on core values and life goals.

Meanwhile, Renel remained determined to keep her in his life because he knew she was the one. Renel continued to pursue Vee. They continued to communicate and get to know one another. After six months of talking and FaceTime, Renel decided to fly to DC and officially asked Vee to be his girlfriend, and she happily said yes. The romance was more of a slow burn. The long-distance relationship allowed them to explore each other emotionally and spiritually while leaving room for personal development. They were each other's safe spaces, which led them to open up and be vulnerable. After a year of long-distance dating, Renel flew down to DC again, and on their anniversary, he asked her to be his wife. Once again, SHE SAID YES!

Planning flights to Saint Lucia from various U.S. cities involves considering available airlines, typical routes, and approximate travel times. Here's an overview for each specified departure city:

1. Boston, Massachusetts (BOS):

Airlines: American Airlines offers flights from Boston to Saint Lucia. 

Route: Flights typically involve a connection, often through Miami (MIA).

Approximate Travel Time: Total duration varies based on layover times but generally ranges from 6 to 8 hours.

PLEASE NOTE: Nonstop flights out of Boston with JetBlue only runs on Saturdays

2. Chicago, Illinois (ORD):

Airlines: American Airlines operates flights from Chicago to Saint Lucia. 

Route: Flights usually connect through hubs like Miami (MIA) or Charlotte (CLT).

Approximate Travel Time: Typically between 7 to 9 hours, depending on layover durations.

PLEASE NOTE: Nonstop flights out of ORD on United only runs on Saturdays

3. New York City, New York (JFK/LGA):

Airlines: JetBlue, American Airlines, and Delta offer flights from New York to Saint Lucia.

Route: Nonstop flights are available, as well as options with connections through cities like Miami or Atlanta.

Approximate Travel Time: Nonstop flights are approximately 4.5 hours; connecting flights vary based on layover times.

PLEASE NOTE: Nonstop flights available with Jetblue 

4. Houston, Texas (IAH):

Airlines: American Airlines provides flights from Houston to Saint Lucia. 

Route: Flights typically connect through Miami (MIA) or Charlotte (CLT).

Approximate Travel Time: Generally ranges from 7 to 9 hours, depending on layover durations.

5. Florida (Miami - MIA):

Airlines: American Airlines operates direct flights from Miami to Saint Lucia. 

Route: Nonstop flights are available.

Approximate Travel Time: Approximately 3 hours and 43 minutes.

PLEASE NOTE: Nonstop flights available with Jetblue 

6. Maryland (Baltimore/Washington International - BWI):

Airlines: American Airlines offers flights from Baltimore to Saint Lucia. 

Route: Flights typically involve connections, often through Miami (MIA) or Charlotte (CLT).

Approximate Travel Time: Total duration varies based on layover times but generally ranges from 7 to 9 hours.

General Tips:

Booking: It's advisable to book flights in advance to secure the best fares and preferred schedules.

Seasonality: Flight availability and prices can vary based on the season, with peak travel periods potentially affecting options.

Airports in Saint Lucia: The primary international gateway is Hewanorra International Airport (UVF) in Vieux Fort.

For the most accurate and up-to-date information, including flight schedules and fares, please consult the respective airlines' official websites or reputable travel booking platforms.